The Grammy-winning American rapper Common, also known as Lonnie Rashid Lynn, has playfully hinted at his romantic involvement with Jennifer Hudson during an appearance on her talk show, “The Jennifer Hudson Show.” Speculation about their relationship first arose in 2022, and Common has now slyly confirmed the rumors in a light-hearted conversation on Hudson’s show.
During Monday’s episode, the 42-year-old host welcomed Common, who brought her flowers and settled in to discuss his love life. Hudson, curious about the rapper’s relationship status, directly asked the 51-year-old if he was currently dating anyone. In response, Common responded with a playful demeanor, saying, “Now, we gotta get down to business, Mr. Common. I’m a host, and so I have to ask you this question ’cause everybody always wanna know this—are you dating anyone?”
Common, in turn, shared details about his romantic connection, describing his partner as one of the most beautiful and intelligent individuals he has ever met. He emphasized her down-to-earth qualities, her love for God, and her talent. Humorously, he mentioned setting high standards, such as achieving an EGOT and hosting her own talk show, leading Hudson to blush and respond with an amused, “Oh, OK.”
Taking the conversation further, Common turned the question on Hudson, inquiring about her own dating life. Hudson revealed, “I’m dating this brother, and I am very happy.” When asked about his happiness in the relationship, Common expressed contentment, describing it as a joyful space for him. He conveyed that seeing his partner happy brings him immense joy, expressing gratitude and attributing the guidance of their relationship to a higher power. The full episode is set to air on January 22, and a teaser clip was shared on The Jennifer Hudson Show’s Instagram page with the caption, “This is the moment we’ve all been waiting for! Tune in tomorrow to hear @iamjhud’s response!”